Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) vs Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£69
| Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) | Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Balblair |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £69.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is better value at £48 vs £69.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £69.3)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.3 vs £47.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange